Senior Ecologist

Overview

Senior Ecologist at Arcadis joins a team of ecologists to deliver ecological surveys, assessments, and biodiversity strategies. You will focus on Biodiversity Net Gain within a busy portfolio spanning residential, transport, and infrastructure projects. You will lead small to mid-size projects, manage client relationships, and provide technical guidance across environmental planning. The role offers mentoring from industry leaders and opportunities to influence sustainable outcomes on high-profile UK and international work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete assigned ecological tasks on projects
• Lead delivery of small to medium projects within time, budget, and SHEQ targets
• Manage ecological aspects of client relationships to exceed expectations
• Provide direction and technical advice on projects and lead by example
• Mentor and develop junior team members and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams

Key requirements

• Knowledge and proven experience in Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) projects
• Proven commercial and project management skills for small to medium projects
• Knowledge of ecological principles and relevant environmental and EcIA legislation, policy and guidance
• In-depth knowledge of plant or animal groups and field survey skills
• Experience in categorizing and assessing habitats from plant communities
• Strong reporting experience: PEAs, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, EcIAs, Ecology Chapters for Environmental Statements
• Basic experience with Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA)
• Bid production and client interaction experience
• Ability to lead surveys and manage small survey teams
• Leadership and team management
• Client relationship management
• Strong reporting and communication
• BNG knowledge
• EcIA, EIA, PEAs
• Habitats assessment and habitat classification

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